Microwave Cheddar Potato Bake
Microwave Cheddar Potato Bake layers tender potato slices with sweet onion and rich, melty cheese for a cozy, comforting side. The creamy cheddar binds everything together while a hint of butter adds depth, making each bite hearty and satisfying. Serve it alongside weeknight dinners or holiday roasts when you want something warm and cheesy without turning on the oven.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Microwave Cheddar Potato Bake, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 57 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 53 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 12
- Heart Health
- 65
- Metabolic
- 18
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 34
- Performance
- 33
- General Wellness
- 1
Arrange layers of potatoes, onion, cheese, salt, and pepper in a microwave-safe casserole dish. After finishing the layers, place 1 teaspoon of butter on top of the upper layer. Cover the dish and microwave on High for 10 minutes.
- 2
Take the dish out of the microwave and stir, then cook for another 10 minutes or until done. Stir well and serve.
- Calories 320.17 kcal Moderate 16%
- Protein 15.9 g Good Source 32%
- Carbohydrate 13.05 g 5%
- Total Fat 23.57 g High 30%
- Saturated Fat 12.84 g High 64%
- Trans Fat 0.11 g High --
- Cholesterol 63.16 mg High 21%
- Sodium 518.38 mg High 23%
- Dietary Fiber 1.52 g Low Source 5%
- Total Sugars 0.0 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 521.31 mg Good Source 40%
- Iron 0.26 mg Low Source 1%
- Potassium 210.53 mg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin A 9.25 mcg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin C 4.66 mg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin D 0.42 mcg Low Source 2%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Microwave Cheddar Potato Bake is made with 5 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 35 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Diced Yellow Onion, Margarine, Peeled Whole Potatoes, and Salt & Pepper. Each serving provides about 320.17 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Microwave Cheddar Potato Bake made of?
- The main ingredients are Diced Yellow Onion, Margarine, Peeled Whole Potatoes, Salt & Pepper, Shredded Cheddar Cheese. The full list of 5 is above.
- How long does it take to make Microwave Cheddar Potato Bake?
- About 35 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 320.17 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Microwave Cheddar Potato Bake easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 5 ingredients and 2 steps.
- Is Microwave Cheddar Potato Bake healthy?
- Microwave Cheddar Potato Bake has an easyChef Pro health score of 38/100. Per serving, it provides 320.17 calories and 15.9 g of protein, or 32% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of calcium. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 518.38 mg (23% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 12.84 g (64% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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